KEVIN C. ELLIOTT

Areas of Interest

Practical Ethics (Environmental, Biomedical,
Scientific Research)

Philosophy of Science

Philosophy of Biology

Science and Values

Science and Religion

My research lies at the intersection of the philosophy of science
and practical ethics. Many of my case studies involve controversial
research topics in contemporary pollution research (e.g., hormesis,
endocrine disruption, multiple chemical sensitivity, nanotoxicology)
that are relevant to public policy. My current projects can be
divided roughly into the following areas:

Investigation of the role and significance of values in
scientific research, including implications for responding to
conflicts of interest, disseminating controversial research
results, and incorporating public involvement in science policy;

Research in environmental philosophy, including both
environmental pragmatism and philosophical issues associated with
the regulation of toxic chemicals;

Examination of the scientific discovery process, including
“exploratory experimentation” as well as the nature and
significance of scientific errors and anomalies.

Select Publications

Is a Little Pollution Good for You? Incorporating Societal Values in Environmental Research. New York: Oxford University Press, 2011.